Chandra Arya, an Indian-origin Member of Parliament in Canada, has emerged as a highly controversial figure for his repeated targeting of Sikh activism and his alignment with narratives that closely mirror those propagated by the Indian state. While Arya positions himself as a champion of Hindus in Canada, his rhetoric and actions reveal a deeper...
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RK Yadav and India’s Transnational Repression: A Disturbing Revelation
In a chilling revelation that underscores the breadth of India’s global repression, former R&AW (Research and Analysis Wing) officer RK Yadav has publicly admitted to India’s direct involvement in the assassination of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. His remarks go beyond an acknowledgment of a single act of violence; they confirm a deliberate and systematic...
The Dangerous Intersection of Hindu Nationalism and U.S. Politics: A Threat to Sikhs and Minority Rights
Donald Trump’s flirtation with far-right ideologies has taken a troubling turn with his appointments of individuals with ties to Hindu nationalism. Figures like Tulsi Gabbard, Vivek Ramaswamy, and now Kash Patel are not merely symbolic choices—they represent a dangerous convergence of authoritarianism, religious extremism, and political opportunism. For Sikhs and other minority communities, these appointments...
Kash Patel: Trump’s Dangerous Nominee for FBI Director and Its Implications for Sikhs, Minorities, and Democracy
Donald Trump’s nomination of Kash Patel as the next Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has sparked significant controversy. As a staunch Trump loyalist with deep connections to India’s right-wing Hindu nationalist regime, Patel’s potential appointment represents a convergence of authoritarian ambitions and foreign influence. The implications for American democracy, minority communities, and...
Countdown begins: Dec 2 to be a big day for Sikh politics in Punjab
AMRITSAR December 2 is all set to be a big day for Sikh politics in Punjab as Akal Takht Sahib jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh has called meeting of Panj Singh Sahiban (highest Sikh presidium) on this day to decide about fate of Sukhbir Badal who has been controlling over Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD-Badal) and the...
Icelanders head to the polls after government collapse
Icelanders vote in a legislative election Saturday after the collapse of a fraught coalition prompted a snap poll where the economy is a top concern. Battling inflation and high interest rates, the economy, housing and healthcare have dominated the campaign for the 268,000 people eligible to vote. Most voting stations will be open between 9:00...
Chiefs hold off Raiders to clinch NFL playoff berth
Los Angeles, United States The Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs are headed back to the NFL playoffs after eking out a 19-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, whose final drive for a potential game-winning field goal ended with a botched snap. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw for 306 yards and one touchdown and Matt Wright...
Kamala’s coda: What’s next for defeated US VP Harris?
Washington, United States For months US Vice President Kamala Harris was laser-focused on one potentially career-defining, history-making goal — becoming the first woman entrusted with the keys to the White House. But defeat to Donald Trump in November’s election stripped the Democrat of a place in the pantheon of US presidents, and left America wondering what’s...
BJP gets no response from Sikhs in Punjab, mission 2027 faces setback
CHANDIGARH Despite fielding Sikh faces in the recently held bypolls in four assembly segments—Dera Baba Nanak, Chabbewal, Giddarbaha and Barnala—ruling fascist Hindutva political party, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has failed to evoke response of people of India-administered Punjab, especially Sikhs. In these elections, this party fielded turncoats of other parties including Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD-Badal)...
Iran says will hold nuclear talks with France, Germany, UK on Friday
Tehran, Iran Iran said on Sunday that it would hold nuclear talks in the coming days with the three European countries that initiated a censure resolution against it adopted by the UN’s atomic watchdog. Foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the meeting of the deputy foreign ministers of Iran, France, Germany and the United Kingdom would...